LYNNFIELD, Massachusetts -- An 8-year-old boy is embracing his inner superhero strength after getting a custom-made Iron Man prosthetic.
The prosthetic, which was manufactured by Open Bionics, is being tested by Sam Halpern at the Shriners Hospital for Children in Springfield.
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According to Open Bionics, Sam had to have both of his legs and his right hand amputated after contracting a rare strep infection in 2018.
"Having a hand that is functioning more as a traditional hand that you or I might have improves his quality of life significantly," said Sam's mom, Michelle.
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Michelle adds that having the prosthetic arm Sam can hold a bat, as well as pick up small objects - which is something she said he hasn't been able to do.
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